It started as a fashion show during the 2013 MLS All-Star Week. It turned into a store on Kansas City's famed Plaza. And now, Sporting KC defender Aurelien Collin is ready to expand his fashion line - AC78 - into new territory with a store in Kansas City's Garment District.
AC78 is a collaboration between Collin and business partner Tom Paolini. The line started with a series of men's suits and has branched out into T-shirts for both men and women. Tom Paolini's company Paolini Garment is the official clothier of Sporting Kansas City. Sporting KC players and staff members wore Paolini Garment suits during their visit to the White House last month to meet President Barack Obama.
On Wednesday, the duo will host a grand opening event for their new store located in Kansas City's Garment District (1350 Main Street). The event will run from 4pm-7pm and will include cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and music from DJ Allen Michael.
